Sample Preparation Solutions

Technology: Closed-Beam XRF Analytical Station
Manufacturer: Evident
Integrated Solution Provider: Geospectra

Stable, Safe, and Portable XRF Testing Anywhere

The Vanta™ Work Station transforms your Vanta™ handheld analyzer into a benchtop system for hands-free, closed-beam operation. Designed for both field and laboratory environments, it allows safe and stable analysis of bagged, prepped, and liquid samples, as well as small solid objects such as jewelry, drill chips, or circuit boards.

With its fully interlocked lid, 360° shielding, and portable power options, the Work Station ensures operator safety while enabling longer test times, better repeatability, and higher-quality analytical data — all within Geospectra’s integrated FieldScan ONE™ ecosystem.

Application:

High-stability, closed-beam XRF testing for geological, environmental, and industrial samples.

Solution Highlights:

• Fully shielded and interlocked chamber (107 × 178 × 179 mm) for complete operator protection.
• Stable platform for reproducible results and extended analysis time.
• Battery or AC powered, ideal for benchtop or remote field use.
• Balanced lid system prevents slamming; easy, one-hand operation.
• Quick-mount design: click the Vanta analyzer in place, release with a button.
• Wireless or USB data control via Vanta PC software or mobile app.
• Compact, portable form factor with detachable legs and optional carrying case.
• Compatible with FieldScan ONE™ for live QA/QC and centralized data management.

Ideal for:

• Geo-exploration and field geochemistry
• Mining process control
• Environmental and soil analysis
• RoHS and consumer product compliance
• Precious-metal and jewelry testing

Key Benefits:

• Safety First: Fully enclosed, interlocked chamber with prominent radiation indicators.

• Consistency: Fixed sample geometry eliminates operator variability.

• Productivity: Run unattended tests while performing other tasks.

• Portability: Battery operation and compact footprint (36.6 × 33 cm) for mobile labs.

• Integration: Seamless data transfer and QA/QC tracking through FieldScan ONE™.

Technical Overview:

Integrated Ecosystem:

The Vanta™ Work Station is a key component of the Geospectra Analytical Ecosystem, bridging the gap between field portability and laboratory precision. Paired with Vanta XRF analyzers, CRM kits, and the FieldScan ONE™ platform, it delivers traceable, QA/QC-validated analytical performance wherever exploration or inspection takes you.

Technology: Field Sampling
Manufacturer: Geofactory

The Geofactory Outcrops Core Drill brings precision drilling to the field, allowing geologists to extract intact cylindrical core samples directly from outcrops and surface rock faces. Designed for portability and reliability, it produces uncontaminated, representative material ideal for geochemical and mineralogical testing.

Solution Highlights:
• Portable, gasoline-powered unit (1.5 kW / 2 hp, ~7.9 kg) for use in remote exploration areas.
• Core diameter range: 38–51 mm (1.5″–2″) using segmented diamond bits.
• Water-cooled drilling system with 16 L backpack tank and 3 m hose for continuous wet drilling.
• Recover intact core samples with dedicated catchers and plug recovery systems.
• Operates in horizontal or vertical orientation, adaptable to trenches, walls, and uneven terrain.
• Ideal for: Exploration mapping, alteration studies, geometallurgical sampling.

Technology: Pulverization & Homogenization
Manufacturer: Geospectra

Compact, high-speed grinder for rapid sample pulverization. The Geospectra Beater Mill reduces rock, soil, or core fragments to fine analytical powder (<75 µm), ensuring homogeneity for XRF and XRD testing.

Solution Highlights:
• Portable benchtop design for field or lab use.
• High-speed impact grinding for consistent particle fineness.
• Sealed grinding chamber minimizes contamination and dust.
• Easy-to-clean and maintain; stainless steel 
• Ideal for: Geochemical QA/QC, field assay prep, and laboratory calibration.

Technology: QA/QC & Calibration
Manufacturer: Geospectra

Geospectra provides Certified Reference Material (CRM) kits for calibration and validation of analytical instruments. Each kit is commodity-specific, ensuring traceable QA/QC and long-term consistency across field campaigns.

Solution Highlights:
• CRM sets sourced from OREAS, Geostats, and Geospectra custom standards.
• Pre-packaged for gold, base metals, rare earths, and industrial minerals.
• Ideal for: Field calibration of XRF/XRD/NIR devices, daily instrument checks.

Technology: Subsampling & Granulometric Control
Manufacturer: Geospectra

Maintain analytical integrity with precision sample division and particle size control. Geospectra’s splitters and sieving systems ensure representative and contamination-free subsampling.

Solution Highlights:
• Multi-chute riffle splitter design for statistically valid sample division.
• Sieve sets (75 µm–2 mm) in stainless steel for granulometric analysis.
• Compact and transportable for field or mobile-lab deployment.
• Ideal for: QA/QC duplicates, geochemical control, and sample classification.